Neddie

English, diminutive of Edward

"wealthy guardian"

Neddie Origin and Meaning

The name Neddie is a boy's name.

Neddie is a masculine name that functions primarily as a diminutive or nickname for Edward, Edmund, Edwin, or similar names beginning with 'Ed.' With British and Scottish origins, Neddie has a warm, friendly quality that embodies approachability and charm. It gained some recognition in the early to mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon as a formal given name. Neddie has an old-fashioned, nostalgic appeal that fits with the revival of vintage nicknames as standalone names. The name carries associations of friendliness and unpretentiousness, often evoking images of a good-natured, affable person. Some parents might choose Neddie as a formal name to preserve its endearing quality while bypassing more formal alternatives.

The name Neddie in Pop Culture

• Neddie Seagoon character on British radio comedy "The Goon Show"